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3.94 AVERAGE
3.94 AVERAGE
Not too many groundbreaking insights in here, but still a worthwhile read for all the reminders and encouragements for how to create boundaries at work, how to set healthy expectations, and why newer/more/etc. isn’t always best. I also am convinced that Basecamp sounds like an awesome place to work! If only I were a software person...
The concepts explored in this book shouldn't be radical, but they sometimes are in more hierarchical organizations and behemoth corporations. Agreed with the reviewers who weren't able to shake off the arrogant tone in this book - the writers have a lot to be proud of, but wish there was less ego, more research and explanation of events.
Someone remind me to Glassdoor Basecamp as I am curious if their employees love their tactics too (I mean, I would never complain about a CSA box thx). Thx.
Someone remind me to Glassdoor Basecamp as I am curious if their employees love their tactics too (I mean, I would never complain about a CSA box thx). Thx.
This team is a little extreme, but there is a ton of useful advice in here. Pick and choose what you can apply to your company.
I love their way of thinking.
I love their way of thinking.
If you enjoyed Rework and wonder what basecamp has been up to, then this is the book for you. A light informative read about how to create sustainable growth at work.
Reads like an OB case study of Basecamp. Some interesting and radical views on work life but not something that left me inspired or motivated to make changes.
Thought-provoking. I can’t expect to change the entire culture of my huge employer, but how can I act locally to protect my time, my team’s time, and make it not crazy at work? I’ll have to noodle on it and pay attention to the opportunities.
Плюси - дуже швидко і легко читається. Кожна глава - буквально пара сторінок, з чітко сформульованою основною думкою. Можна навіть ніяких заміток не робити, зміст - це вже конспект книги.
Мінуси - частина думок повторюються різними словами як "різні пункти". Далеко не все в принципі підійде для всіх типів бізнесу (інколи, власне, автори самі про це чітко кажуть). Багато речей, які є досить очевидними (проблема полягає не в придумуванні самої ідеї, а в її імплементації, а імплементації - не тема цієї книги).
В цілому - норм, далеко не гірша книжка подібної тематики, але все ж забагато "капітанства", як на мене.
Мінуси - частина думок повторюються різними словами як "різні пункти". Далеко не все в принципі підійде для всіх типів бізнесу (інколи, власне, автори самі про це чітко кажуть). Багато речей, які є досить очевидними (проблема полягає не в придумуванні самої ідеї, а в її імплементації, а імплементації - не тема цієї книги).
В цілому - норм, далеко не гірша книжка подібної тематики, але все ж забагато "капітанства", як на мене.
Yet another reference book from Basecamp for the likes of me in software development industry. Just like 'Rework' and 'Remote' this book points to issues we feel that some things are wrong with but don't have the courage to put into words because of the way things 'are' in the business. Hearing those ideas from a 'success story' increases it's effect.
Rework tried to convince employees that there is a better way to do work. Remote tried to convince employees and employers that 'the work' is not something constrained by walls. Now this book tries to convince employers that 'the sense of urgency' is not the key to the success.
Rework tried to convince employees that there is a better way to do work. Remote tried to convince employees and employers that 'the work' is not something constrained by walls. Now this book tries to convince employers that 'the sense of urgency' is not the key to the success.
Interesting to see how other companies operate; but more of a this is the way WE do it than a this is the way you can do things.
I listened to this one and it was a quick and worth while audiobook. It had a lot of really helpful tips, more geared towards leadership than what you can do to help yourself. It definitely was for a bit above my pay grade, but I highly recommend it to everyone that falls into the “boss” category!